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Overall
B
Matriculation B+
Academics B
Extracurriculars C
Community B+
Reviews B+
York Country Day is a college preparatory school actively engaged in the pursuit of excellence. We are committed to every student developing exceptional communication and problem-solving skills by focusing on the whole child, the process of learning, and collaborative inquiry-driven classrooms. Educating students in preschool through grade 12, we strive to produce graduates who will make significant contributions throughout their lives as self-reliant, ethical, and compassionate leaders.
We seek to encourage in students a love of learning which will allow them to continue to seek knowledge and understanding throughout their lifetimes. To this end we encourage students to take an active role in the learning process. Throughout their years at Country Day, students are provided with the skills necessary for independent inquiry, critical thinking, and critical expression. Although our academic program is challenging and is designed for students who possess high academic goals, we do recognize the uniqueness of each individual child and strive to help each fulfill his or her potential. We are concerned with the overall growth of our students. Recognizing that self-esteem is the core of a strong character and that success breeds success, York Country Day provides various opportunities in the classroom and/or through co-curricular activities to allow each student to discover individual strengths.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Tuition
$19500
Enrollment
250
International Students
2%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
52%
Teacher-Student Ratio
1:5
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
26
Class Size
14

Matriculation

(2014-2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#7 University of Pennsylvania 1
#18 University of Notre Dame 1
#22 Carnegie Mellon University 2
#22 Georgetown University 2
#25 University of Virginia 1
#29 Wake Forest University 1
#36 Boston College 1
#36 University of Rochester 1
#38 University of California: Davis 1

Academics

Sports

(2)
Basketball
Volleyball

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

(11)
Chess Club
Spanish Club
Art Club
Math Counts
National Honor Society Engineering Club
Ping Pong Club
Chess Club
Spanish Club
Art Club
Math Counts
National Honor Society Engineering Club
Ping Pong Club
Chinese Club
Mu Alpha Theta - Mathematic Honor Society Principal Ballet
Equestrian Club
Fencing Club
Fly Fishing Club
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Arts

(8)
Acting
Chorus
Guitar
Music Theory
Playwriting
Stagecraft
Acting
Chorus
Guitar
Music Theory
Playwriting
Stagecraft
Ceramics
Art
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Basic Info

Co-ed
Day S. Grades: PreK-12
Suburban
IB: No
ESL: No
Year Founded: 1787
Campus Size: 17 acres
Religious Affiliation: No Religious Affiliation

Application Info

Deadline: Rolling
Interview: Skype
Recommended
Day school
Sanford School United States Flag
5.0

Frequently Ask Questions about York Country Day School

Tell me a bit about York Country Day School.
York Country Day School is Co-ed private day school located in Pennsylvania, US. It was founded 1787 , and currently has about 250 students, 2.00% of whom are international students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.ycds.org.
Does York Country Day School have rigorous academic requirements?
York Country Day School also have 52% of faculties whose degrees are master and above.
Where do York Country Day School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2014-2023, some students attended University of Pennsylvania, University of Notre Dame, Carnegie Mellon University, Georgetown University and University of Virginia.
What is the application requirement for York Country Day School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, York Country Day School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for York Country Day School’s Co-ed student?
The total fee for York Country Day School in 2024 is $19,500 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at jgraham14@ycds.org .
Where is York Country Day School located?
York Country Day School is located in the State of Pennsylvania of USA. The closest major city is Baltimore, which is about 45 miles away from school. Most families can choose Baltimore-Washington International Airport to travel in and out of school.
How popular is York Country Day School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, York Country Day School is within top 700 for all schools on FindingSchool.

Also York Country Day School has been favorited by 12 users.
How to start with an application with York Country Day School?
The first stop is to carefully review the school profile on FindingSchool to learn more about York Country Day School. Most of them are directly provided by the school.

Also it is highly recommended to visit York Country Day School’s official site: https://www.ycds.org or call them at 717-815-6700.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to York Country Day School?
Yes, here are few: Christian School Of York, Delone Catholic High School and York Catholic High School.

The closest major city is Baltimore. You can find out more schools near Baltimore here.
What is the FindingSchool rating for York Country Day School?
The overall rating for York Country Day School is B.

The section ratings of York Country Day School are:
B+ for Matriculation
B for Academics
C for Extracurriculum
B+ for Community
B+ for Students and Parents reviews

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Baltimore is a historic city in Maryland, known for its significant role as a major seaport. Located at the mouth of the Inner Harbor, the city is home to Fort McHenry, where the U.S. national anthem, "The Star-Spangled Banner," was penned. The Inner Harbor today features a vibrant mix of shops, seafood restaurants, and attractions like the USS Constellation, a Civil War-era warship, and the National Aquarium, which hosts a diverse array of marine life. Baltimore’s rich cultural and maritime heritage continues to attract visitors year-round.

Population (2022) 636,919
Cost of Living Higher than average 9%

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